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Toxic stress in childhood can lead to a lifetime of health problems and, ultimately, a shorter life. Here's what schools can do to help.

While not as toxic as regular cigarettes, e-cigarettes do pose a health risk and largely contain the addictive substance nicotine, according to a major new health review ordered by the government.

Mark Green, the top U.S. aid official, visited Raqqa Monday with CENTCOM Commander Joseph L. Votel. The U.S., which backs rebel forces, has given $875 million in "stabilization" aid to Syria.

Authorities raised Mount Mayon's alert level to 4 out of a possible 5, indicating "intense unrest" and the possibility of a particularly violent, hazardous eruption within days.

The hashtag #PenceFence made the rounds on Twitter as female journalists said they were made to stand behind their male colleagues at the vice president's visit to the holy site in Jerusalem.

It can seem like there's a poll result that supports just about any position on any topic. Here's a look at what the latest immigration polls can and can't tell you.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with the Pennsylvania representative about how the House is looking to pass a DACA bill.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions has been interviewed by the special counsel investigating Russian interference in the election. President Trump and House Republicans are once again aiming their fire at the FBI.

Now that the government shutdown has ended, Congress has 16 days to pass another funding bill to avoid another shutdown. Lawmakers are also under pressure to come up with a bipartisan immigration bill.

The author, best known for works such as the Earthsea series and The Left Hand of Darkness, used her fantastic realms to grapple with difficult themes. She leaves a legacy as a literary trailblazer.